Google has reported that the ShinyHunters hacking group is actively targeting educational institutions through exploitation of an Oracle vulnerability.

An essay examining concerns among experts that artificial intelligence investment and hype may be reaching unsustainable levels, despite prominent tech leaders' optimistic predictions about AI's transformative potential.

A WIRED investigation discovered dozens of nonconsensual sexualized deepfake images and videos of celebrities and at least one US politician hosted on Grok's platform.

AcuRite has acknowledged that its new app has shortcomings and has postponed the scheduled May shutdown of its legacy app to allow time for improvements and user migration.

Anthropic is pursuing data center leases and seeking financial backing from Google, according to reporting by The Information. The company's infrastructure expansion appears tied to its growth as an AI provider and the substantial computational resources required for model development.

Major AI and space technology companies including SpaceX, Anthropic, and OpenAI are expected to pursue initial public offerings, with investors preparing for these listings.

OpenAI is acquiring Ona to enhance its Codex AI coding assistant with capabilities for handling longer-running tasks.

Waymo has introduced a subscription loyalty program called Waymo Premier that costs $29.99 per month and offers members 10% cash back on rides and free cancellations.

Waymo has launched a $29.99-per-month premium membership tier called Waymo Premier, offering frequent users priority pickups, cashback, early access to new cities, and free cancellations.

Pylon CEO Marty Kausas argues that excessive AI spending ('token-maxxing') is unsustainable and predicts cost controls will emerge, citing his own accidental $4,000 daily spending as an example of poor visibility into AI expenditure.

An article arguing that Grok (an AI system) is revealing private information about sex workers, framing this as a broader digital safety concern for all users.

Infinix has launched the HOT 70 Series smartphone with 12 colorway options featuring a new Dynamic Shine Design, marketed as a fashion-forward device targeting young consumers globally.

An exploration of advances in robotic dance technology and whether machines can ever replicate the emotional and human qualities inherent in human dance performance.

The Senate Judiciary Committee is calling tech platform CEOs to testify on child safety, with the article examining whether the industry, policymakers, and advocates are moving quickly enough to protect children online.

Canada's privacy commissioner has found that Grok, X's AI image generation tool, violated Canadian privacy law by launching without adequate safeguards against sexual deepfakes and failing to properly assess privacy harms.

Some technology companies and other stakeholders are exploring the concept of an AI sovereign wealth fund designed to ensure broader societal benefits from AI advances.

At ILA Berlin aviation and defence show, traditional military hardware like fighter jets continues to attract visitors, but drones, autonomous systems, and emerging defence technology companies are becoming increasingly central to industry discussions.

A Canadian privacy watchdog has determined that Grok, an AI chatbot's image generation tool, was deployed without sufficient privacy protections and failed to adequately assess potential harms to user privacy.

Hong Kong is introducing new facial recognition e-channels at the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge that will allow 50,000 regular users to pass through immigration without stopping or displaying identity documents, starting June 25.

Tech entrepreneurs and libertarian-leaning individuals are relocating to Caribbean locations, but their presence is generating significant local resistance and community opposition.

Amazon has announced progress toward its water replenishment goals for data centers and claims its facilities are more water-efficient than industry averages, as water consumption becomes an increasing concern for AI infrastructure development.

Anthropic is reportedly pursuing data center leases and seeking financial backing from Google, according to reporting by The Information.

Canada's new AI strategy emphasizes AI literacy and job creation while facing criticism for insufficient detail on safety and governance; universities play a central role in the government's plan to train citizens in AI skills.

A congressional report has uncovered a spam operation that created tens of thousands of fake podcasts on Spotify to manipulate search rankings and direct users to illegal pharmacies and scam websites.

Formula 1 teams invest heavily in simulator technology, with latency, bandwidth, and visual fidelity being critical factors for competitive advantage in driver training and vehicle development.

KKR, Nvidia, and Vistra have jointly launched a new $10 billion AI infrastructure company, combining their resources and expertise in the growing artificial intelligence sector.

Pool has launched an app that automatically organizes screenshots into personalized collections and retrieves original links for saved content, helping users rediscover saved products, recipes, travel ideas, and other information.

A tech reviewer evaluates Arturia's new $149 MiniLab 37 portable MIDI controller, arguing that its 37-key size represents an ideal balance between portability and playability compared to smaller alternatives.

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has published an essay arguing that governments should have regulatory authority to block AI deployments that fail to meet safety standards, reflecting the company's stated commitment to AI safety.

Data centers face growing public opposition in the US due to concerns about electricity consumption, water usage, and environmental impact, with a Gallup poll showing 71% of respondents opposing them, while the debate frames environmental concerns as claims by progressive and populist voices.

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos argues that AI will create economic growth and new opportunities rather than mass unemployment, while announcing a $41 billion investment in a new AI research lab called Prometheus.

China is conducting pilot trials of AI-powered robot cleaners in Beijing homes, where the machines work alongside human cleaners while gathering data for refinement of domestic automation technology.

Tech executives and investors say China has deployed AI applications more widely to consumers than the US, though Chinese AI firms may be overvalued; experts note China lags in computing power but claims to be only 100 days behind the US in frontier AI capabilities.

Glen Weyl argues that Silicon Valley's technology industry should refocus on moral and ethical purposes rather than purely commercial objectives to ensure both technological and human flourishing.

A Canadian privacy watchdog has alleged that Grok's AI image generation tool violated Canadian privacy laws. The specific nature of the violation and any regulatory action are not detailed in the available information.

Microsoft Xbox leadership has issued a critical assessment of the gaming division's performance, acknowledging significant challenges and the need for strategic changes to address declining brand momentum.

Microsoft has partnered with Alt Carbon, an India-based carbon removal company, following over a year of scientific review and due diligence, signalling India's expanding role in the carbon removal sector.

Elon Musk has expressed support for Restore Britain, a UK right-wing political party, by sharing statements about migrant deportation amid riots in Belfast following a knife attack.

Naples' ring road has received certification as Italy's first Smart Road, featuring sensors and vehicle-to-road communication technology to advance traffic management and mobility infrastructure.

An American drone has successfully completed the first-ever robotic rescue operation at sea, recovering downed pilots in the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant milestone in military rescue technology.

DoorDash has launched an AI chatbot called Ask DoorDash that allows users to place food and goods orders using natural language prompts and photos instead of manually browsing restaurants and building carts.

Woot is offering a $15 discount on the Nintendo Switch 2 console for new customers through June 19th, ahead of a planned price increase to $499.99 in September.

Endurance Energy, founded by SpaceX alumnus Andrew Redd, has raised $54 million in funding to develop technology for extracting geothermal energy from ocean floors.

The Weather Company has launched an enhanced allergy prediction feature in its Weather Channel app that incorporates weather conditions alongside pollen counts to help users better anticipate allergy symptoms.

South Korean regulators imposed a record fine exceeding $400 million on e-commerce company Coupang following a data breach affecting over 30 million customers.

The article examines the fragmented state of social media platforms as a replacement for Twitter/X ahead of the World Cup, noting that three years after the women's World Cup, no single platform has emerged as a clear successor for sports discussion and live coverage.

Cash App is launching a mobile phone service powered by AT&T and Gigs that offers unlimited 5G data for $40/month, rolling out initially to select users with broader availability planned later.